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May. 3, 2012 - May. 3, 2012 , 7-8 pm
Milner Library Illinois State University
201 N. School St.
Normal, IL 61761
309.438.3454
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Ernie L. Westfield played for the Cubs organization in 1958 when he finished high school. He is former Negro League baseball player who pitched for the Birmingham Black Barons. He was the starting pitcher the last East-West All-Star game August 20, 1960, at Comiskey Park in Chicago. After baseball, Westfield received a bachelor's degree from Eastern Illinois University and worked with the Illinois Department of Employment Security for 31 years retiring in 1999. Now, he is the CEO of ELW Enterprise, which specializes in Negro League memorabilia.
This is the final of four public lectures as part of the Pride and Passion traveling panel exhibit. A book signing will follow the presentation.
Cost: Free and open to the public
Event Type: Family Friendly
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